Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of August.
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🏘️ Community
Flint teen Lakayla Watson addresses gun violence through spoken word poetry after the deaths of her classmates.
🚨 Crime
A 75-year-old Michigan man was scammed out of nearly $130,000 by cyber-criminals pretending to be from Publishers Clearing House, leading to family warnings and a police investigation.
A Flint Township man was found incompetent to stand trial after causing over $36,000 in damages through vandalism.
🎭 Culture
The Flint Institute of Arts celebrates 810 Day with special offers including discounted Flint-themed merchandise, deals at the cafe, $8.10 off new memberships, and free admission, inviting locals to rediscover and enjoy Flint's cultural richness.
🎓 Education
Micaiah Brown, a Flint Southwestern Academy graduate, was awarded the Gates Scholarship, covering all college costs as one of the 750 nationwide recipients.
🌲 Environment
Hemlock's public hearing on Monday will address potential zoning ordinance changes amid discussions of a proposed solar farm by NextEra Energy, sparking community debate.
🏛️ Government
Flint proposes new city ordinance to limit backyard fireworks usage to specific holidays such as New Year’s Eve, Independence Day, Memorial Day, and Labor Day.
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